Hong Kong Dollar Sign
About Hong Kong Dollar Sign
HK$ is the "Hong Kong Dollar Sign", representing the official currency of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region—the Hong Kong Dollar. As a key entry in the global currency symbols list, its international currency code is HKD.
The Hong Kong Dollar is the legal tender of Hong Kong. The HK$ symbol combines the abbreviation "HK" for Hong Kong with the dollar sign "$", visually reflecting the Linked Exchange Rate System that pegs the Hong Kong Dollar to the US Dollar.
【Historical Origin】The history of the Hong Kong Dollar dates back to the mid-19th century. The currency system was chaotic early on, and it wasn't until 1935 that the Hong Kong Dollar became the official monetary unit. In 1972 it was pegged to the US Dollar, and in 1983 the Linked Exchange Rate System was established. What symbol is HK? It is the exclusive prefix for Hong Kong. Combined with the $, it forms the distinctive Hong Kong Dollar Sign, setting it apart from other "Dollar" currencies like USD or CAD.
【Modern Status】What currency is HKD? It is one of the world's most traded and widely held reserve currencies, playing a central role in the international financial hub of Hong Kong. The exchange rate is stably maintained within the range of 7.75 to 7.85 to 1 US Dollar. Currently, 1 Hong Kong Dollar equals 100 cents, and banknotes are issued by three commercial banks.
How to Type Hong Kong Dollar Sign
Windows Input
Method 1: Type the uppercase letters H, K, and the dollar sign $ (Shift+4) in sequence
Method 2: Use a Chinese input method and type gangbi or hkd, then select HK$ from the candidates
Mac Input
Method 1: Press Control + Command + Space, search for "Hong Kong"
Method 2: Use an input method to type gangbi, then select HK$ from the candidates
HTML Input
Input the character sequence directly: HK$ or HK$ or plain text HK$
CSS Input
Use the string in pseudo-elements: content: "HK\$"; or simply content: "HK$";
Hong Kong Dollar Sign FAQ
What is the difference between the Hong Kong Dollar Sign HK$ and the US Dollar Sign $?
The Hong Kong Dollar Sign HK$ consists of the prefix letters "HK" combined with the dollar sign "$". Using $ alone usually refers to the US Dollar or other Dollar currencies, which can be ambiguous. Therefore, in the complete currency symbols list, HK$ is the only standard way to precisely denote the Hong Kong Dollar.
Should the Hong Kong Dollar Sign be placed before or after the number?
The Hong Kong Dollar Sign HK$ is typically placed before the number, like HK$100. This follows the convention of most currencies such as the US Dollar and Chinese Yuan. In informal contexts, 100 HKD is also sometimes used, but prefix placement is the standard for everyday pricing.
How many cents are there in one Hong Kong Dollar?
1 Hong Kong Dollar equals 100 cents. The cent is the subunit of the Hong Kong Dollar. However, due to diminishing purchasing power, cent coins are rarely used in daily circulation and primarily appear in bank settlements or stock quotes.
What currency is HKD? Is its exchange rate fixed to the US Dollar?
HKD is the international currency code for the Hong Kong Dollar. The Hong Kong Dollar operates under a Linked Exchange Rate System; it is not absolutely fixed but tightly pegged to the US Dollar within a band of 7.75 to 7.85. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority maintains this stability through Exchange Fund bills and interest rate adjustments.
What symbol is HK? Why is the currency code HKD?
HK is not an independent currency symbol, but the dedicated prefix representing "Hong Kong". HKD is the ISO 4217 international currency code, where HK stands for Hong Kong and D stands for Dollar, cementing its unique identity within the global currency symbols list.